The first commercial coin operated vending machines were introduced in London, England in the early 1880's for the convenience of busy & hungry businessmen. The first vending machines dispensed quick bites such as apples and even postcards. The first American Vending machine was introduced in 1888 and dispensed Tutti Fruity Gum. In the early 1920's, the first vending machine that sold soda dispensed it into a cup. Read more about these vending business opportunities!